Air Fryer Walnut Brownies

Deeply fudgy air fryer walnut brownies with a shiny, crackly top and toasty nut crunch — made with real dark chocolate for an intense, bakery-quality bite. The air fryer bakes them moist and gooey with no oven.
They're rich, not too sweet, and come together in one bowl. Cut into squares and serve warm, or chill for dense, chewy brownies.
Ingredients
Instructions
Melt
Melt the butter and dark chocolate together until smooth, then let cool slightly.
Mix
Beat the eggs with the brown sugar and vanilla until pale, then stir in the melted chocolate. Fold in the flour and most of the walnuts.
Air fry
Pour into a lined pan, top with the remaining walnuts, and air fry at 320°F for about 20–22 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still a touch soft. Cool before cutting.
- Pull them while the center looks slightly underdone for fudgy brownies.
- Toast the walnuts first for deeper flavor.
- Cool fully before slicing for clean edges.
Frequently asked
How long do brownies take in the air fryer?
About 20–22 minutes at 320°F in a pan, until the edges set and the center is just soft.
Why use dark chocolate?
Real 70% chocolate gives a richer, less sweet, more intense brownie than cocoa powder alone.
Can I leave out the nuts?
Yes — or swap in pecans or chocolate chunks.

